Hair
Perms: Solutions to Hair Perm Disasters
Curly hair is among the
most popular hairstyles worn by millions of women all over the globe.
From saucy up dos to relaxed down dos, the versatile hairstyle has
graced endless runways, photo shoots, formal and informal events, and
the usual busy streets. Although the perming process has evolved through
the years, making it a whole lot easier and faster, it is still
accompanied with a myriad of risks. A number of things can go wrong
during the perming that no healthy hair or experienced stylist is spared
from the perils of a hair perming disaster. Knowing the different types
of possible hair perming disaster and the appropriate solutions can
spare both the client and the stylist from all the unwanted hassles.
One of the most common and
perhaps the mildest problem associated with hair perming is hair
dryness. Some amount of hair dryness is expected after the perming
process and it can easily be fixed by thorough hair conditioning before
and after hair perming. An inexpensive conditioner or moisturizing hair
treatment may be used to get through the first few tough days after
perming. For best results, the use of conditioners that are specifically
designed for permed hair is recommended.
Another common hair
perming mishap is the so-called fishtail which is the result of
incorrect winding of hair strands on the curling rod. The cause of this
is unsteady hands or inevitable manmade error. This may also be brought
about by using incorrect size of ironing rods. This disaster can be
described as a bit of straight hair poking out of curls that would have
otherwise been fine. The solution to this tiny tragedy is obtaining an
appointment with the stylist to re-perm the hair. For hair that is prone
to damage, it is advisable to have the second perm for about three days
after the initial perm. For a quick fix, a curling iron may also be used
to tame the stubborn part and enable it to blend in. If it would not
affect the overall haircut the fishtail can be chopped off with a pair
of trimming scissors.
Perhaps the worst thing
that can occur during the hair perming process is the improper use of
the perming chemical which can result in damaged, deformed and unsightly
curls or no curls at all. The tangles and brittle hair can eventually
lead to hair loss. This happens when the stylist fails to conform to the
curling product manufacturer’s instruction with regard to timing and
application. Inorder to solve this problem, one can ask the stylist to
chop off the irreparably damaged parts or make use of intensive
conditioning treatments, depending on the extent of the damage. In the
event of burn or allergies to the chemical substance, clients must seek
immediate medical assistance. |
